Institutions for People with Disabilities in the
Canton of Zurich

Stiftung Diakonenhaus Greifensee

Since 1999 · 11–20 empl.·5.0(23)

The Diakonenhaus Greifensee is a social enterprise that supports people with mental health challenges. The core activities include: Housing: The company offers individual housing for adults of all age groups. Day structure: Various day structure offers are available, such as the 'Treffpunkt' atelier, the web atelier, the nursery, and the household, which provide people with mental health challenges with meaningful employment and structure. Work: The company offers jobs in various areas, such as garden maintenance, nursery, organic shop, and household. Organic shop: The Egge3 organic shop offers a wide range of fresh, regionally grown vegetables and fruits, as well as daily essentials. Overall, the Diakonenhaus Greifensee focuses on supporting and integrating people with mental health challenges into society through housing, day structure, work, and social activities.

Christuszentrum

Since 2009 · 21–50 empl.·4.8(26)

The Christuszentrum company offers people in need of support in psychological, physical or cognitive terms adapted living, working, training and employment opportunities. The core activity includes the provision of services and products in the areas of confectionery, bistro, catering, office, horticulture, all-round service and integration. The company is a non-profit, charitable association with Christian values and also offers residential and day-care facilities.

Stiftung Puureheimet Brotchorb

Since 1981 · 21–50 empl.·4.8(40)

The company's core activity is the care and support of people in life crises, particularly those with mental health issues, within a community setting. The company offers accommodation, care, leisure activities and workplaces in various areas such as agriculture, gardening, household management and entertainment. It is a social institution that focuses on the rehabilitation and integration of people with special needs.

Pro Infirmis

Since 1949 · 11–20 empl.·4.7(26)

Pro Infirmis provides advice, accompaniment and support to people with disabilities and their relatives on social, occupational and everyday matters. Services include social counselling, direct financial aid, assistance counselling, supported living and respite services, plus specialist support for barrier‑free construction, the Eurokey system, digital accessibility data, residential training, day centres, cultural‑inclusion initiatives and an office for easy language.

Stiftung Solvita

Since 1975 · 51–100 empl.·4.7(23)

The core activity of the Stiftung Solvita company encompasses a wide range of services and activities that can be categorized into the following areas: 1. **Production and Manufacturing**: Mechanics, Mechanical Assembly, Assembly, Electrical Manufacturing, Online Logistics, Packaging and Shipping Logistics. 2. **Social Services**: Housing (Urdorf Residential Home, Götschihof, AWG Dietikon, AWG Affoltern a/A), Education (HPS Limmattal), Vocational Integration (Initial Vocational Training, Vocational Measures & Integration Measures, Job Coaching, Integration Workplaces, Training and Orientation Workshop). 3. **Gardening and Security Services**: Horticulture & Garden Maintenance, Security. The company thus offers a combination of production, social and service activities focused on supporting people with special needs.

Stiftung Wagerenhof, Institution für Menschen mit geistiger Behinderung

Since 1926 · 500+ empl.·3.9(49)

Stiftung Wagerenhof, Institution für Menschen mit geistiger Behinderung provides residential care, day-structure programs and sheltered employment for people with intellectual disabilities. Its services also include therapeutic and medical care, pedagogical support and on-site operations (gardening, farm shop, floristry, gastronomy) that enable participation and meaningful activity.

Stiftung Amalie Widmer

Since 1961 · 21–50 empl.·4.4(18)

The company's core activity is the care and support of people, particularly elderly or care-dependent individuals, in the form of inpatient and outpatient services, including housing, catering and activation, with the aim of promoting the quality of life and autonomy of residents and guests.

Verein Zürcher Eingliederung

Since 1989 · 101–500 empl.·4.7(25)

Verein Zürcher Eingliederung supports people with mental, intellectual or physical impairments in integrating into training and employment and provides adapted housing and living arrangements. The organisation operates training centres, workshops and day centres and runs facilities such as Hof Wagenburg, Triemenhof, Vier Linden and the Wohnheim Zürichberg.

Stiftung Mühlehalde

Since 1979 · 11–20 empl.·4.4(38)

The core activity of the company 'Stiftung Mühlehalde' is the care and support of people with visual and hearing impairments, as well as the provision of residential and care facilities for elderly people. The company also offers gastronomic services and events.

Tanne, Schweizerische Stiftung für Taubblinde

Since 1973 · 11–20 empl.·4.4(21)

The company offers a wide range of services and activities for people with special needs, particularly for adults with disabilities. The core activities include: shared living in group homes and studios, work in day care centers, offers for retirees, leisure and holiday activities, therapies and medical care, counseling and support, multisensory sensory assessment, courses and further education, research and development (R&D), and international activities and partnerships. The company appears to specialize in supporting and promoting people with disabilities, offering a broad spectrum of services and activities to meet their needs.

ESPAS

Since 1994 · 101–500 empl.·4.0(72)

ESPAS is a foundation that provides social and vocational rehabilitation and integration for people with psychological or physical work-related impairments. It operates adapted workplaces, IV measures and apprenticeships, and supplies services to businesses such as fulfillment, scanning/data entry, telephone service and marketing/sales support.

Verein Werkstätte Drahtzug

Since 1938 · 51–100 empl.·4.1(41)

The company Drahtzug offers a wide range of services and products that focus on the integration and employment of people with special needs. The core activities include: Vocational training and education, Housing and care, Art and creative therapy (art studio), Logistics and packaging services (mailing, packaging, equipping, mail-order business), Assembly and manufacturing, Building maintenance and landscaping, Textile and personnel rental, Staff restaurant and catering. The company aims to integrate people with special needs and enable them to lead a meaningful and self-determined life.

Verein Appisberg

Since 1986 · 11–20 empl.·4.4(43)

The company Appisberg offers a range of services and activities focused on the education, integration, and inclusion of people with special needs. The core activities of the company include: training and support for young people and young adults with special needs in various industries such as electronics, horticulture, household management, IT, kitchen, logistics, mechanics, carpentry, and technical services/facility management; career guidance and potential assessments for young people and young adults; integration measures for young people and young adults into the primary labor market; contract work and services for external clients in the above-mentioned industries; socio-pedagogical housing and leisure activities for people with special needs; and retraining and labor market-oriented preparation for people with special needs. Overall, the core activity of Appisberg can be described as 'education, integration, and inclusion of people with special needs'.

Stiftung RgZ

Since 1987 · 21–50 empl.·4.7(13)

Stiftung RgZ supports the development, life planning and social inclusion of people with motor difficulties, developmental impairments, and intellectual or multiple disabilities. Its services include early counselling and therapy, special education schools, sheltered employment and day centres, supported housing, a bicycle workshop, a protected workshop producing goods and services, and Restaurant Rauti.

Quellenhof-Stiftung

Since 1990 · 11–20 empl.·4.1(68)

Quellenhof-Stiftung provides housing, employment, education, and therapy and counselling services for people with mental health challenges and substance use disorders. The foundation operates production workshops, facility services and affiliated services (e.g. Spitex Q) and offers vocational training, sheltered workplaces and both outpatient and inpatient support.

Stiftung Wohnraum für jüngere Behinderte

Since 1992 · 21–50 empl.·4.5(21)

The company's core activity is providing housing and care for young people with physical disabilities or brain injuries. The company offers various forms of housing and day structures that focus on self-determination and normality, including protected workplaces and rehabilitation residential groups.

Stiftung Kind und Autismus

Since 2000 · 21–50 empl.·4.9(10)

The core activity of the Kind und Autismus Foundation is the care, support and promotion of children and adolescents with autism. This includes services such as special school, assisted living, transportation, supplementary day structure, parent cooperation, admission process, counseling and support. In addition, the foundation offers courses and further training for professionals and parents to strengthen competence in dealing with autism.

Genossenschaft Lindenbaum Ausbildung und Wohnen

Since 1929 · 1–10 empl.·4.6(29)

The core activity of Lindenbaum is the education and support of young people with special educational needs. The company offers a wide range of training and career opportunities, including vocational preparation, coaching, vocational school and professional integration. In addition, Lindenbaum also provides residential services, facility management, childcare, gastronomy and laundry services.

Stift Höfli

Since 1979 · 21–50 empl.·4.1(34)

The company is a versatile business with various activities in the areas of gardening, agriculture, gastronomy, and services. The core activities include: * Ornamental plant nursery * Garden and landscape construction * Agriculture * Floristry * Gastronomy (pastry shop, restaurant, company kitchen) * Retail (farm shop) * Facility management The company thus offers a wide range of services and products in the areas of gardening, agriculture, and gastronomy.

sintegrA zürich

Since 2009 · 21–50 empl.·4.9(18)

The company offers individual and diverse services of consistently high quality, particularly in the area of integration and support for people with special needs. The core activity of the company includes promoting self-responsibility, self-initiative and self-efficacy through clear scope for action and the high professional and social competence of all staff.

Verein Wohnzentrum Frankental

Since 2008 · 11–20 empl.·4.4(21)

The Frankental residential centre offers accommodation and care for adults with brain injuries and/or neurological disorders. The core activities include: Accommodation: provision of 41 residential places for people with disabilities who are unable to work; Care & Support: assistance with daily activities and care for residents; Employment & Activation: offers to promote the skills and resources of residents; Therapy: water therapy and other therapeutic offers; Events: organisation of events and festivals for residents and the public. The core activity of the company is the care and support of people with disabilities in a residential centre.

Wohnstätten Zwyssig

Since 2008 · 21–50 empl.·4.6(22)

Wohnstätten Zwyssig provides housing and support services for people with disabilities, including day‑structure programs and workplaces. The organisation operates multiple residential formats with around 140 places, offers approximately 30 flexible jobs, provides an outpatient service called “Zwyssig Privat Plus”, runs sport and participation programs, and operates the Café/Restaurant Glättli. Its practice is guided by an agogic and operational concept and by applicable legal frameworks including the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities.

Pro Infirmis Kanton Zürich

Since 2010 · 21–50 empl.·4.1(62)

Pro Infirmis Kanton Zürich provides counselling and support services for children and adults with physical, cognitive or psychological disabilities, as well as for their relatives and professional contacts. Core services include social counselling, assistance counselling, accompanied living, housing school, education club, SEBE advice, and services on accessibility and easy language.

Stiftung Vivendra

Since 1966 · 21–50 empl.·4.6(8)

The core activity of Stiftung Vivendra is the production and processing of various products, including: Assembly and mechanics: manufacturing of individual parts, small series and custom-made products; Printing: printing of advertising materials, workwear, pens and other products; Shipping and packaging: packaging and shipping of products, including food; Engravings and buttons: production of engravings, foil lettering and buttons; Food processing: filling, packaging and shipping of food products. In addition, the company also offers services such as design craftsmanship and the production of handmade non-food products and homemade food products. Stiftung Vivendra employs people with disabilities and provides them with the opportunity to participate in the production and processing of products. The company aims to enable social participation and support people with disabilities.

Stiftung Märtplatz

Since 1987 · 21–50 empl.·4.3(27)

The core activity of the company 'Stiftung Märtplatz' is the training, integration and support of people with special needs. The company offers various services and products, such as gastronomy, IT, painting workshop, tailoring, carpentry, bicycle workshop and home textiles, which are created by the learners and trainees. In addition, the foundation also offers housing and integration measures to help people integrate into society. The foundation pursues a comprehensive concept that prioritizes mental and physical health, dialogue and quality.

RAFAEL-VEREINIGUNG, Verein zur Förderung anthroposophischer Institutionen für die Betreuung seelenpflegebedürftiger Menschen

Since 1955 · 21–50 empl.·4.9(7)

Sunnerain is a residential and work home specializing in the care and employment of people with special needs. The company's core activity is to provide its residents with a comprehensive range of therapies, activities and employment opportunities to improve their quality of life and promote their independence.

Stiftung WABE - Behindertenzentrum Wald

Since 1990 · 11–20 empl.·4.4(8)

Stiftung WABE - Behindertenzentrum Wald provides adults with cognitive impairments with tailored housing, protected work and day-activity services, together with several ateliers, a shop and additional service offerings.

Verein Horizonte

Since 2010 · 21–50 empl.·4.8(21)

The core activity of the company 'Verein Horizonte' is the integration of people into the labor market through various services such as job integration, professional reintegration and support for employees. In addition, the association also offers living and working opportunities, such as in the print center, and operates a café. The association also has a social component, supporting and promoting people with special needs.

Schweizerische Vereinigung für hirnverletzte Menschen FRAGILE Suisse

Since 1991 · 21–50 empl.·4.7(14)

Schweizerische Vereinigung für hirnverletzte Menschen FRAGILE Suisse is a patient organisation for people with acquired brain injury and their relatives. It provides counselling, a helpline, courses, supported living, self-help groups and professional training, and conducts advocacy and awareness activities.

IWZ AG

Since 1980 · 11–20 empl.·5.0(8)

The core activity of IWZ AG is the integration and employment of people with disabilities in various work areas, such as packaging, wood frame production, shipping, warehouse management, in-house production of soaps, candles and dough products, engraving, pad printing and production of clichés and printing templates. The company provides these individuals with a dignified work environment that values and recognizes them, and promotes their skills and potential.

gaiwo Genossenschaft für Alters- und Invalidenwohnungen

Since 1956 · 21–50 empl.·5.0(7)

The core activity of GAIWO is to provide housing for elderly people and people with disabilities, particularly through the construction and management of residential properties, as well as offering services and amenities tailored to the needs of this target group, such as care, repair services and community rooms.

Stiftung zur Palme

Since 1963 · 11–20 empl.·4.1(15)

The core activity of the Stiftung zur Palme company is the promotion and integration of people with predominantly cognitive impairments through the provision of housing, work and training opportunities. The company offers a wide range of services and products, including: residential and day care facilities, training and integration in various areas such as bakery, horticulture, carpentry, workshop, mechanics, industry, logistics, gastronomy and laundry; production and sale of products such as bread, pastries, vegetables, herbs, berries, furniture, interior design and others; and rental of rooms and gastronomy. The company focuses on promoting and integrating people with disabilities, offering them a variety of opportunities to develop their skills and participate in social life.

VESO

Since 2001 · 21–50 empl.·4.2(20)

The core activity of VESO is the integration and support of people with disabilities in the areas of living, working and employment. This includes: Labour market integration: Support in finding employment and integration into the primary labour market; Day care centres: Care and employment of people with disabilities in day care centres; Housing: Provision of housing options and support in designing living spaces; Employment: Provision of protected workplaces in internal workshops and external integration workplaces in partner companies. Additionally, VESO also offers services such as gardening, furniture sales, cleaning and facility management, which are secondary activities.

Stiftung Arbeitskette

Since 2011 · 11–20 empl.·4.1(14)

The company's core activity is the integration of people into the labor market through gastronomy operations, training and employment in gastronomy-related professions, as well as the promotion of social engagement and integration. The company operates gastronomy businesses, offers training and job positions, and supports people in their integration into the labor market.

HUMANITAS, Stiftung zur Förderung von Menschen mit einer Behinderung

Since 1977 · 101–500 empl.·3.6(9)

The core activity of Humanitas involves promoting and supporting people with disabilities through various services and activities, including: Accompanied living and coaching, Production and services such as assembly, packaging, carpentry and card workshop, Training and employment of people with disabilities in various fields, Raising public awareness of the concerns of people with disabilities. The company focuses on the individual needs and possibilities of its clients and aims to break down barriers and create opportunities to promote a self-determined life and coexistence.

Stiftung Sternwies, Stiftung für Wohnen und Arbeiten, Oetwil am See

Since 1988 · 21–50 empl.·4.8(5)

Stiftung Sternwies, Stiftung für Wohnen und Arbeiten, Oetwil am See is a canton-recognised social-psychiatric institution offering housing and work programmes for people with mental impairments. The organisation operates residential groups and an occupational centre (workshop, work studio and creative studio) and provides services such as assembly, packaging and light manufacturing for external clients.

Werchschüür

Since 1990 · 21–50 empl.·4.6(11)

The company offers a range of services and activities focused on supporting and integrating people with disabilities. The core activities include: * Sheltered workplaces in various areas such as woodturning, painting, carpentry, and training & coaching * Training and qualification of people with disabilities * Housing offers and care concepts * Training and coaching for people with disabilities The company is mainly financed by the disability insurance, social services, and the sale of products from the production facilities. The core activities are therefore focused on the social integration and support of people with disabilities.

Stiftung Albisbrunn

Since 1924 · 101–500 empl.·3.7(21)

The company offers a range of services and activities focused on supporting and promoting young people in development crises. The core activities include: social pedagogy and school education, vocational training and apprenticeships in various companies (construction, kitchen, painting, mechanical engineering, metal construction, carpentry), psychotherapy and care, nursery and nano-programs, and central services such as ICT services and secretariat. The company thus provides comprehensive support for young people in various areas of life, from education and training to mental health and care.